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Porcelain veneers are one of the cosmetic dentistry services most in demand by patients who would like to alter their smile for aesthetic reasons such as discoloration, cracks, or crooked teeth. A small, uniquely prepared layer of porcelain in the form of shells is installed on the front of the teeth. To understand what a porcelain veneer process is, please continue reading below:
Step-by-Step Guide to the Porcelain Veneer Process
Here’s a step-by-step guide to what to expect at Smithville Dental in terms of getting porcelain veneers.
Step 1: Initial Consultation
A consultation with your dentist will be the starting point of the process. In that consultation, you will be discussing your cosmetic goals and what you want to achieve through the use of veneers. He or she will then examine your teeth and gums to confirm whether you can be a candidate for veneers. They may take X-rays or impressions of your teeth for a more detailed understanding of your oral health.
It is also an opportunity for you to seek any questions that you may have on your mind regarding the procedure, costs, and how veneers can improve your smile. Thereafter, your dentist will take you through what to expect in terms of results and other cosmetic options that you could be interested in.
Step 2: Treatment Planning and Design
Once you have finally decided to go ahead with veneers, your dentist will get started on designing your new smile. He or she will help you choose the perfect size, shape, and color of veneers that would complement your natural teeth and possibly your facial features in general.
Smithville Dental uses the latest in imaging and design to do veneers that blend well with your other teeth. This stage helps achieve that sought-after natural look that enhances your general appearance.
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Step 3: Preparing the Teeth
The second step is your preparation of the veneers. To attain that natural appearance and snug fit in your mouth, you’ll lose a minuscule amount of enamel on the front of each tooth for veneers-mostly under one millimeter. You do this so your veneers don’t feel bulgy in your mouth by sitting flush with the other teeth.
Your dentist will use a local anesthetic that will numb the area; therefore, you would not feel any pain during this procedure. Once your enamel has been removed, your dentist makes impressions of your teeth and sends them to a dental lab where your personalized veneers are created.
Step 4: Temporary Veneers
While the lab works on your porcelain veneers, your dentist is likely to put temporary veneers on your prepared teeth. Temporary veneers will now cover the surfaces of your teeth and familiarize you with the sensation of having veneers within your mouth. Temporary veneers are comfortable, but they are not as strong or close to aesthetically ideal as your ultimate veneers.
Step 5: Placement of Veneers
Once your custom porcelain veneers are ready, you should return to the dentist to be fitted with them. This usually occurs within 1-2 weeks of fabrication. At the final procedure visit, your dentist will check the fit, shape, and color of each veneer and make any necessary adjustments, then bond it permanently in place.
Once the veneers are prepared and cleaned, they are ready for bonding. A special dental cement will be applied to the back of every veneer, and then precisely bonded onto your tooth- a curing light will then harden this cement quickly and securely to your tooth.
Step 6: Final Adjustments and Follow-Up
Once the veneers are bonded in place, your dentist will fine-tune them to ensure flawless fit and ease in your mouth, checking also whether there is interference with chewing and speaking.
Your dentist should provide you with instructions on how to take care of your new veneers to brush, floss, and take care of your veneers for the long haul. You may be instructed to return for a follow-up appointment, where the dentist can be assured that veneers are functioning as intended, and you possess the smile you have always wanted.
Benefits of Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers have several benefits that include:
- This porcelain material has the ability to replicate the reflective properties of natural teeth; you will have a flawless, aesthetically pleasing smile.
- Veneers can last for 10 to 15 years, provided they receive the appropriate care.
- Porcelain veneers are resistant to stains and can help you maintain a radiant smile.
- Veneers can correct a vast range of cosmetic dental issues such as discoloration, spaces, chipping, and mild malocclusion.
Conclusion
Porcelain veneers are an ideal smile solution for anyone who wants a long-term, natural solution. At Smithville Dental our dentist ensures a smooth and comfortable process from the initial consultation to placing the veneers. Change your smile with porcelain veneers today and start your journey toward a brilliant, confident smile!